Traditional financial institutions all over the world are still not too keen on Bitcoin or anything associated with this term. However, once you start mentioning “blockchain technology”, you will definitely have all their attention. It is this blockchain technology that will allow EU citizens to start using digital Euros for frictionless payments in 2016.

Conversion From Euro To Bitcoin Becomes Easier

Although the partnership between CleverCoin and Safe.Cash has nothing to do with Bitcoin as currency directly, this new platform will, in the end, make the conversion from Euro to Bitcoin much easier. Both consumers and merchants in the EU are looking for quicker and more efficient payment methods, rather than using card payments or paper money. Read more...

Everyday people want easy access to Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. Even though there are a lot of Bitcoin ATM’s spread out across the globe, it still doesn’t approach the ease-of-use from buying something in the comfort of your own home. Clevercoin, a Bitcoin exchange based in tHe Netherlands, recently added credit and debit cards to their list of payment options.

Credit and Debit Card Payments

Given the fact that most everyday consumers have a credit or debit card at their disposal, it is a huge market to conquer for Bitcoin exchanges. This is not as easy as one might think, as credit card are almost synonymous with chargebacks and fraud. In an article earlier today, we mentioned the consequences reversible payment methods could have for exchange platforms. Read more...